Why Anaphylaxis Training Is Important
Anaphylaxis is a rapidly developing, life-threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate recognition and treatment. Incidence rates across the UK continue to rise, particularly among children and adults with food allergies, insect sting allergies and reactions to medications.
Despite clear national guidance from the Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK) and the Anaphylaxis Campaign, many clinical and non-clinical staff remain unsure how to recognise anaphylaxis, when to administer adrenaline or how to manage the emergency safely.
This course provides a clear, practical foundation in:
- Early recognition of signs and symptoms
- Rapid assessment using a structured approach
- Safe administration of adrenaline (auto-injector or syringe)
- Delivering life support while awaiting emergency help
Regular practical training helps improve confidence, supports quicker decision-making and ensures delegates are prepared to respond effectively during a real anaphylactic emergency.
Course Overview
Training combines short presentations, practical skills and realistic emergency scenarios to help delegates recognise anaphylaxis, administer adrenaline safely and provide effective life support while awaiting emergency medical assistance.
Training follows current Resuscitation Council UK guidance and reflects recognised best practice in the emergency management of anaphylaxis.
Course Length:
Approximately 2 hours
Course Assessment:
Assessment takes place throughout the course using practical observation and supervised skills practice.
Certification:
Successful delegates receive a certificate of attendance on completion of the course.
Compliance:
Training is aligned with current Resuscitation Council UK guidance and supports the requirements of many healthcare providers, dental practices, schools and other organisations.
Learning Outcomes
Delegates who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate of attendance and will be able to:
- Recognise the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis and differentiate them from less severe allergic reactions.
- Carry out a structured ABCDE assessment.
- Administer adrenaline safely using an auto-injector or intramuscular injection where appropriate.
- Provide effective adult and paediatric Basic Life Support, including CPR and AED use.
- Manage the patient safely while awaiting emergency medical assistance.
- Communicate effectively and work confidently as part of the emergency response.
Course Structure & Programme
Teaching combines demonstrations, supervised practical skills and realistic emergency scenarios, allowing delegates to build confidence before applying their knowledge within structured emergency situations.
- Recognition of anaphylaxis and severe allergic reactions
- Minor allergic reactions and how they differ from anaphylaxis
- Signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis
- Common causes, triggers and risk factors for anaphylaxis
- ABCDE approach to rapid assessment and treatment
- Auto-injector use (EpiPen, Jext, Emerade)
- Overview of intramuscular (IM) injection technique
- The role of oxygen therapy during anaphylaxis
- Storage and safe disposal of auto-injectors and adrenaline ampoules
- Intramuscular (IM) adrenaline administration using syringe and needle
- Auto-injector practice – trainer devices
- Life support for adults & children, including AED use
- Choking management and emergency response
Resources Included After Training
On completion delegates receive a training pack containing medical emergency flow charts, Anaphylaxis action plans and reference materials to support continued learning after the course.
What You'll Learn During the Course
Throughout the course, delegates work through realistic emergency scenarios designed to reinforce the recognition and management of anaphylaxis. Practical skills are introduced through demonstration and supervised practice before being applied within structured simulations that reflect real situations encountered in healthcare, education and community settings.
Anaphylaxis Management & Life Support Training FAQs
No. The course is suitable for both clinical and non-clinical delegates. Training is delivered at a level appropriate to your role, with practising clinicians providing step-by-step guidance and practical instruction throughout the session.
Successful delegates receive a certificate of attendance confirming completion of Anaphylaxis Management and Life Support training. The certificate can be used as evidence of training for CPD records and workplace compliance where appropriate.
First aid training covers a broad range of injuries and medical emergencies. This course focuses specifically on the recognition and emergency management of severe allergic reactions and anaphylaxis, while also including Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR and AED training relevant to these situations.
Yes. Training can be adapted to reflect your working environment, the people you support, your emergency procedures and the equipment available within your organisation. This helps ensure the training is relevant to your team and day-to-day responsibilities.
Yes. Where appropriate, we encourage delegates to use their own emergency equipment, including adrenaline auto-injectors, emergency bags and AEDs. This helps build confidence with the equipment your team would use in a real emergency.
Annual refresher training is recommended to help maintain practical skills and remain familiar with current guidance. Some employers or professional bodies may also have their own training requirements.
Yes. The course is suitable for schools, Nurseries, colleges and childcare settings where staff may need to recognise and respond quickly to anaphylaxis and other medical emergencies involving children or adults.
Yes. Training can be delivered at your workplace, school, healthcare setting or community venue, allowing your team to learn in a familiar environment. Courses can also be arranged at selected training venues if preferred.
Yes. We understand that releasing staff during the working day is not always practical. Subject to availability, training can often be arranged during evenings or at other suitable times to minimise disruption.
Yes. We regularly deliver training for organisations of different sizes. Larger groups can either be trained together where appropriate or divided into smaller sessions to ensure everyone receives sufficient practical instruction.
Absolutely. Delegates are encouraged to discuss real situations and ask questions throughout the course. Where appropriate, trainers can explain how current guidance applies to incidents that may arise within your own workplace.
The course follows current Resuscitation Council UK guidance and supports the training requirements of many healthcare providers, schools, care organisations and other workplaces. If your organisation has specific regulatory requirements, we’re happy to discuss how the course can help meet them.
Yes. Many organisations use this course to support staff competency, clinical governance and emergency preparedness. We can also tailor the training to reflect your workplace procedures and documented emergency response arrangements.
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Contact Details
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Phone: 0333 0122 999
Email: info@rcmstraining.co.uk
Resuscitation Consultancy Medical Services Ltd
86 Forest Walk
Buckley, Flintshire
CH7 3AR
Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

